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The Denver Film Society started showing the controversial Seth Rogen and James Franco comedy “The Interview” on Dec. 26 for a two-week run. The Sie FilmCenter is the only theater in central Denver to play the film. “The Interview” also will screen outside of Denver at the Alamo Drafthouse in Littleton and at the Lyric Theater in Fort Collins.
As owners and operators of an independent art house theater (the Sie FilmCenter), the DFS recognizes the importance of providing a space for this film to be released. Last week, the Film Society signed a petition through the Art House Convergence, showing solidarity with the independent film community and taking a stand for freedom of speech and artistic expression.
“We join with our colleagues in the art house community nationwide in concern over the censorship of any film,” says DFS Festival Director Britta Erickson. “It’s a dangerous precedent for the future of films. The Denver Film Society is proud to provide our Denver-area audiences with the opportunity to experience, discuss and make their own decisions regarding ‘The Interview.’ ”
Tickets are on sale at www.denverfilm.org. The Sie FilmCenter is located at 2510 E. Colfax, across from East High School. Free parking is available in the lot accessible off Colfax and Columbine.
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